The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) is offering new resources to help Alaska Native adults quit smoking tobacco cigarettes. The Aniqsaaq Study is the first to evaluate a financial incentives intervention that involves Alaska […]
The City of Bethel Council passed an action memorandum that would authorize the Mayor of Bethel to invite Alaskan Legislators to attend the 2025 Cama’i Festival that is scheduled for March 28-30. Action memo 25-07 […]
Nursing students Allan White, Brooke Arnett and Danika Bailie received the Future Delta Nurses scholarship from Michelle DeWitt of the Bethel Community Services Foundation on February 27th, 2025. This scholarship was created by nurses that […]
A man died in a November 7th, 2024 hit and run incident in Bethel, Alaska. Forrest Jones Jenkins Sr. operated a motor vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury or death to another person and […]
Alaska State Troopers (AST) WAANT requested a K-9 sniff on a parcel package that was being sent to a village on 02/11/2025, at approximately 1523 hours. At approximately 1657 hours, K-9 Zeus and his handler […]
The 2025 Annual Convention for the Alaska Federation of Natives will be held on October 17-19, 2025 in Anchorage, AK. The 2024 Convention theme was “Our Children – Our Future Ancestors,” and was held on […]
Nearly 38,500 Shareholders will receive 48th Distribution of $13.1 Million. Calista (cha-LIS-tah) Corporation’s largest-ever Shareholder distribution of $13.1 million will occur on or before April 4. This distribution is 7 percent larger than last year’s […]
The Alaska Coastal Conference basketball tournament hosted by the Lower Kuskokwim School District is set to start on March 1st, 2025 at the WarriorDome in Bethel. High school girls and boys teams will be vying […]
The Alaska State Legislature today (February 7th, 2025) passed House Joint Resolution 4 by a vote of 19-0 in the Senate and 31-8 in the House. Urging the federal government to maintain “Denali” as the […]
Three attorneys have applied to the Alaska Judicial Council for a position on the Bethel District Court and six attorneys have applied for a position on the Anchorage Superior Court. Applicants for the judgeships will […]
The Bethel City Council has a new member. John Lloyd is the newest city councilman as of February 11th, 2025. He was chosen to fill the recently vacated seat held by former councilmember WG Anaruk […]
Ava Lieb, a Bemidji State University student of Bethel, Alaska has earned Bemidji State University’s President’s Honor Roll honors for the Fall 2024 semester. To be eligible for the BSU President’s Honor Roll, students must […]
Raymond Alexie is the 2025 Champion of the Akiak Dash sled dog race. He crossed the finish line in 4 hours 49 mins in Bethel after running the 65 mile race course from Bethel to […]
by AVCP Staff Memo froze federal funds for a day. On January 27, 2025, the Association of Village Council Presidents (AVCP) learned of a memorandum issued by the Acting Director of the Office of Management […]
by K300 Staff The Bogus Creek 150 sled dog race, with a purse of $100,000, will now begin on Saturday, February 22nd. The race had previously been rescheduled for February 8th but with the postponement […]
The 46th running of the Kuskokwim Sled Dog Race is set for February 7th, 2025 beginning in Bethel, Alaska. There are currently 21 mushers who will be racing in the Kuskokwim premier mid-distance race from […]
Bethel City Councilman WG Anaruk has announced his resignation, effective January 28th, 2025. Council member Anaruk wrote a letter dated January 10th, 2025 to inform the City of Bethel of his resignation. “I apologize to […]
Trooper Led Task Force increased drug seizures by 76% from 2023 to 2024. The Alaska State Trooper’s Statewide Drug Enforcement Unit (SDEU) released its annual drug report highlighting trends in illegal narcotics trafficking within the […]
by Tad Lindley The divorce capital of the calendar is January through March. The rate of divorce filings jumps up 33% during this time. If you are currently married or ever hope to be married, […]
Regarding the Constitution of our Tribal Nation, I am concerned that the proposed amendments to this most important document that guides how our Nation is to be governed was developed with no participation of Tribal […]
Raymond Alexie of the Alexie Racing Kennel of Kwethluk won the 50 mile Holiday Classic Sled Dog Race this past Thursday, January 16th, 2025. The Kuskokwim Race Committee rescheduled the race due to trail conditions […]
by Cindy Andrecheck Bethel has two new Arctic Youth Ambassadors for the 2025-26 cohort: Emma Daniel and Corin Pike. Arctic Youth Ambassadors is a program established in 2015 by the U.S. Department of State and […]
The City of Bethel council will consider an action memorandum that authorizes City administration to initiate early termination of the contract for services provided by Health Fitness for the operation of the Yukon Kuskokwim Regional […]
26 Alaska communities receive 2024 Tier 1 grants. More than $1.2M to support capital investments for Alaska organizations. In 2024, Rasmuson Foundation invested $1.26 million in 50 Tier 1 awards to organizations in 26 Alaska […]
by AVCP Staff STATEMENT: Kawerak, Association of Village Council Presidents, and Bering Sea Elders Group Appreciate Protections for Their Waters from Oil and Gas Leasing. January 6, 2025―In response to President Biden using his authority […]
by Tad Lindley How many times have we given up on a problem, only to realize that God was just rolling up his sleeves getting ready to work on it. Maybe you remember Jesus’ friend, […]
GCI’s philanthropic efforts bring joy to communities statewide during the holiday season. GCI Gives, the philanthropic arm of Alaska’s largest telecommunications provider, is spreading holiday cheer by giving back to nonprofit partners throughout this season. […]
Bethel receives awards for the construction of a food pantry and an animal control facility, tackling two needs in the community. Rasmuson announces first Legacy and Community Support grants. Two dozen projects across the state […]
The American Library Association (ALA) has announced the 2025 winners of the annual I Love My Librarian Award including Theresa Quiner from Bethel, AK! The highly-prestigious award recognizes the outstanding public service contributions of librarians […]
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game announces the opening of the Goodnews River drainage winter moose hunt (RM621). The Goodnews River drainage hunt area (that portion that drains into Kuskokwim Bay south of the […]
On December 20, 2024, the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta Regional Tribal Government held its swearing-in ceremony for the newly elected District Council members. This marks the second election since the establishment of the YKDRTG in 2021, here […]
by Warrior Weekly Staff Last night (Dec. 19th, 2024), the band and choir students performed festive holiday songs for BRHS students and the Bethel community at their annual winter concert, led by band and choir […]
Following the news that Albertsons has backed out of the $24.6 billion merger with Kroger after a federal judge in Oregon and state judge in Washington blocked the deal yesterday, Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan […]
Bethel City Council will be considering a resolution to conditionally protest the renewal of the alcohol license for UCP49 LLC doing business as Uncommon Pizza. The item is on city council’s December 19th, 2024 consent […]
October 8 – November 27 Judgments Arthur Laraux, 42 Driving Under the Influence $1500, 3 Days, 1 Yr. Prob. Eric Kameroff, 41 4th Degree Assault 1 Yr. Probation violations Aloysius Peters, 63 Violated Conditions of […]
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Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland, with the concurrence of Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack, has made appointments to the ten Federal Subsistence Regional Advisory Councils. The Councils advise the Federal Subsistence Board on subsistence […]
The Gladys Jung Cranes hosted their invitational wrestling tournament this past weekend in Bethel to close out their wrestling season for 2024. Girls and boys teams from all over the Yukon Kuskokwim region participated in […]
by Master Sgt. Julie Avey Continuing the Operation Santa Claus tradition of delivering holiday cheer to remote communities in Alaska, Alaska Army and Air National Guard members and volunteers from the Salvation Army’s Fairbanks Corps […]
Lori Strickler, a longtime resident of Bethel, former City Clerk, and former Acting City Manager has accepted the position of City Manager of Bethel. During a Special Meeting called on November 13th, 2024, city council […]
The House Majority Coalition has identified committee chairs in order to begin work on priorities of education, energy, retirement reform, and balanced budgets. “We have heard loud and clear from Alaskans that we need stable […]
Restaurant was also not in compliance with Alaska Statutes through September 2024 regarding alcohol sales. Under Alaska Statute, the holder of a restaurant or eating place license shall ensure that gross receipts from the sale […]
by James Hoelscher Under Governor Dunleavy’s leadership and with reliable funding from the Alaska Legislature, Alaska’s Village Public Safety Officer (VPSO) program has experienced substantial growth, reflecting Alaska’s commitment to public safety across its communities. […]
NOAA Fisheries and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are reviewing requirements for Alaska Native marine mammal harvest eligibilities. The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) have received numerous […]
A current Bethel city council member was arrested and charged with assault, harassment, and disorderly conduct last week on Sunday, November 17th, 2024. Twenty-seven year old WG Anaruk pleaded not guilty to the charges according to […]
by the Bethel Community Services Foundation Bethel Community Services Foundation announces the beginning of the 2024 #BethelGives Campaign, sponsored by Bethel Community Services Foundation and nine local nonprofit organizations. This year we have more amazing […]
As we commemorate Native American Heritage Month this November, we reflect on the resilience and contributions of Native American communities across the nation. This month serves as a powerful reminder of the deep history and […]
The Alaska Judicial Council met in Bethel on November 6, and in Anchorage on November 7 and 8, 2024, to interview applicants for vacancies on the Bethel District Court, and the Alaska Supreme Court. Following […]
by Beverly Hoffman TEN YEARS! It is amazing to think that after decades of fundraising for a swimming pool in Bethel ten years have gone by since we celebrated its opening. It was in November […]
The Alaska Judicial Council met in Bethel on November 6, and in Anchorage on November 7 and 8, 2024, to interview applicants for vacancies on the Bethel District Court, and the Alaska Supreme Court. Following […]
The City of Bethel council will be considering a resolution that sets the priorities for the 2026 State of Alaska Capital Budget during their November 12th, 2024 regular meeting. Proposed Resolution 24-13 lists three City […]
by Taleesha Phillips Vaping is still an issue at Bethel Regional High School (BRHS). It is a distraction from school work and important activities from students’ day to day lives. Mrs. Miner said, “This year […]
by Ana Hoffman This year, Bethel Elkartaa Settlement Trust (BEST) distributions will be made on December 12, 2024. On this date, shareholder beneficiaries of BEST will receive $4.67 per share. This results in an average […]
The City of Bethel Council members elected a new mayor and vice mayor during a special meeting on October 14th, 2024. Council members nominated Mark Springer and Rose “Sugar” Henderson for the office of mayor. […]
Firefighters responded to the report of smoke coming from the girl’s restroom at the Bethel Regional High School on October 16, 2024 at 1:17 p.m. Firefighters observed heavy smoke inside the hallway and entry into […]
by Tad Lindley Let me lay down some basic Bible facts about the antichrist: • The antichrist will be a man: Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come […]
The Bethel Warriors wrestling team hosted the Bethel Scramble at the WarriorDome this past weekend, October 17-19, 2024 for junior high and high school squads. Twenty teams joined Bethel to attend the event: Akiachak, Aniak, […]
by Calista Staff Over 38,000 Shareholders to receive Fall Payment. The Calista (cha-LIS-tah) Corporation Board of Directors has approved a record $4.31 million Akilista (Ah-KEE-lis-tah) distribution to Shareholders. Over 38,000 Shareholders qualify to receive this […]
Delegates at the 2024 AFN Convention passed 18 resolutions including endorsements of Mary Peltola and No on Ballot Measure 2. On the final day of the 2024 AFN Convention, the Alaska Federation of Natives (AFN) […]
Backhaul Project celebrates seven years of removing electronic waste, collects more than 141,000 pounds of e-waste from the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta for safe disposal. For the seventh consecutive year, Donlin Gold partnered with Delta Backhaul Company, […]
The Tundra Ridge Road in Bethel is now open for use as of October 4, 2024. It is the road that begins (or ends) at the BIA Road and goes all the way to the […]
by SWAAG On October 5th, 2024, community arts supporters in Bethel turned out in droves to attend the annual Steel Salmon/Raven Auction hosted by the SouthWest Alaska Arts Group (SWAAG). The cultural center was packed […]
by Dave Kutcher Last week we talked about the importance of teaching children good financial management habits and some basics that will serve them well as they begin their own journey toward financial independence. One […]
by Delta Discovery Staff Division II runners from 3A schools across Alaska ran in the state cross country 5K finals at Bartlett High Trails in Anchorage. Schools with 151-500 students are in the Division II […]
The City of Bethel Municipal Election was held on October 1st, 2024. Five candidates for city council vied for four seats in the election. Incumbent Rose “Sugar” Henderson was the top vote-getter with 267 votes. […]
by Greg Lincoln Runners from schools throughout Alaska descended upon the Bartlett High trails, the venue for the 2024 State Cross Country finals. Races were held for varsity girls and boys in divisions: 1A/2A, 3A, […]
Paul Nukusuk, Uliiq was born to Benjamin Nukusuk and Patricia Nukusuk-Bunyan on September 12, 1939 and went to be with the Lord on September 18, 2024. His wife of 57 years. MaryAnn was praying with […]
by Thurman Jack Golovin, Alaska – The Bering Strait School District (BSSD) cross-country championships were held under cold and windy conditions in Golovin, where runners battled it out for top spots to advance to the […]
The federal lawsuit challenges fisheries management that fails to address climate change and unlawfully permits pollock trawlers to catch thousands of salmon as bycatch annually. The Association of Village Council Presidents (AVCP) and Tanana Chiefs […]
The Bethel Warriors varsity boys and girls cross country teams brought home the Division II Big West Region 1 cross country first place trophy from this past Saturday’s event held in Nome, Alaska, home of […]
T he Alaska Vocational Technical Center (AVTEC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Lower Kuskokwim School District (LKSD) to provide tiny homes for educators at LKSD school sites for the cost of materials […]
In collaboration with the Native Village of Napaimute, Donlin Gold initiated a multi-year salmon smolt monitoring program on the middle Kuskokwim River in June. The Kuskokwim River Fisheries Project (“Fisheries Project”) aims to monitor and […]
Creates review commission for MMIP cases, cultural training for investigators. Sep 3, 2024 Governor Dunleavy signed into law legislation that continues Alaska’s effort to solve more Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples cases. Sponsored by Senator […]
Janessa Esquible of Bethel presented her Ph.D dissertation at the Kuskowkim Campus, August 27th, 2024. The title is “Salmon, Stewarship, and Indigenous Livelihoods: Bridging Knowledge Systems and Reshaping Research Relationality in the Kuskokwim Region of […]
The Kuskokwim 300 Race Committee is proud to announce yet another purse increase for the 2025 K300, which is scheduled to start on Friday, January 24. Teams in the 46th Annual Race will compete for […]
Ballot Measure 2, an Act to get rid of the Open Primary System and Ranked-Choice General Election will be on the November 5th 2024 General Election ballot. The initiative was approved by the Alaska Supreme […]
The Bethel City Council has four open seats: three 2-year term seats and one 1-year term seat. Three seats have terms ending October 2026 and one seat has a term ending 2025. The following five […]
GCI President and Chief Operating Officer Greg Chapados mingles with community members at the Community Summer BBQ in Bethel featuring a free Pamyua Concert and giveaways and prizes on August 1st, 2024. The event was […]
by Tad Lindley For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps… (I Peter 2:21 KJV) For God called you to do […]
by Beverly Hoffman In November it will be ten years the YK Fitness Center and pool has been open. For decades now the YK Delta Lifesavers has put money from all their fundraisers and donations […]
by Joey Valadez Congratulations to Run VLB, sponsored by Alaska Commercial Co. and Fox Air, for taking home their first Mud Championship title! It was a hard fought battle for Run VLB, led by team […]
Under Special Order of Business, the new Bethel Chief of Public Safety James Harris took the Oath of Office during the July 23rd, 2024 City Council Meeting. Acting City Manager Lori Strickler administered the Oath. […]
July 19 • On 6-26-2024 at 6:24 p.m. medics responded to the report of a person having behavioral issues. The patient was assessed and transported to the hospital. • On 6-27-2024 at 6:54 p.m. medics […]
Bethel City council member Mary “Beth” Hessler has submitted a letter of resignation dated July 2nd, 2024, effective October 8, 2024. There will be one year remaining in the council term for the seat vacated […]
The University, Alaska Fairbanks has announced the students named to the deans’ and chancellor’s lists for the spring 2024 semester (July 17th, 2024). The lists recognize students’ outstanding academic achievements. Students receiving a 3.9 grade […]
The Association of Village Council Presidents is accepting nominations for the 2024 AVCP President’s Awards to be given at the annual convention in August. The deadline is July 24th, 2024. All nominees submitted to AVCP […]
Miss Cama-i Tatiana Taanka Korthuis of Bethel was crowned the new Miss World Eskimo Indian Olympics 2024 in Fairbanks this past Friday on the third day of WEIO at the Big Dipper Ice Arena. Korthuis […]
Congratulations to Tatiana Korthuis of Bethel, the new 2024 Miss WEIO. She was crowned last Friday at the World Eskimo Indian Olympics in Fairbanks. With her are her mom Vivian Korthuis (at left) and her […]
The Bethel Police Department has reported that two ATVs fled from an officer during a traffic stop, and the officer did not pursue. The report is in the Bethel Police Department June 2024 Monthly Report. […]
Joeli Carlson of Kwethluk and Bethel graduated from the University of Minnesota Morris with a Bachelor of Arts degree double majoring in Native American and Indigenous Studies and Psychology with a minor in English. She […]
by Joey Valadez B.V.E.S.A.’s Annual 8 on 8 Mud Volleyball Tournament is set for Sat, July 20th! This event is open to the public for anyone 18 years of age or older. This year we […]
The Alaska Army National Guard Aviation Facility in Bethel experienced an inadvertent release of aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) containing components of Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals”) due to fire suppression […]
The Bethel Police Department participated in the High Visibility Enforcement Click-it or Ticket campaign, resulting in multiple traffic enforcement actions. The campaign was sponsored by the Alaska Department of Highway Safety, states the Bethel PD […]
Oral argument in federal litigation challenging the Donlin Gold Mine in Southwest Alaska was scheduled for Monday, June 24 Six Tribes in the Yukon Kuskokwim Delta of Southwest Alaska have filed a federal lawsuit in […]
Ryan Smith, of Bethel, AK, was named to Fort Lewis College’s Dean’s List for Spring 2024 semester. Smith’s major is Business Economics. To be eligible for Dean’s List, a student must carry a semester GPA […]
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